1960 DKW Junior vs. 2011 Citroen C4
To start off, 2011 Citroen C4 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 DKW Junior would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C4 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1960 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1960 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C4 weights approximately 914 kg more than 1960 DKW Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DKW Junior. 2011 Citroen C4 has automatic transmission and 1960 DKW Junior has manual transmission. 1960 DKW Junior will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Citroen C4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 DKW Junior | 2011 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | DKW | Citroen |
| Model | Junior | C4 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 60 L |
